Role & seniority: Mid-level Electrical Engineer (PMIC Test/Validation)

Stack/tools

DC/DC converter topologies: Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost, Charge Pumps
Protocols: MIPI, SPI, I2C, PMBus
Languages/tools: MATLAB, Python
EDA: Altium (schematic/design/layout)
Lab equipment: power supplies, oscilloscopes, SMUs, electronic loads, network/impedance analyzers

Top 3 responsibilities

Characterize PMIC hardware performance in lab vs simulations
Conduct experiments to identify root causes of PMIC behavior
Execute PMIC silicon validation lab-testing plan; troubleshoot data with designer input and summarize results

Must-have skills

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field (or Master’s with relevant coursework)
2 years’ experience with DC/DC topologies and chip-to-chip protocols
Experience with Altium for schematic/layout
Experience developing tests in MATLAB or Python

Nice-to-haves

Additional PMIC/power module experience or deeper power electronics background

Location & work type

Waltham, MA; hybrid: 3 days/week in office, up to 2 days/week telecommute

Full Description

Eta Wireless is solving the fundamental problem of RF power amplifier power consumption in communications devices. We pioneered Digital Envelope Tracking (DET) technology and have since been acquired by Murata Manufacturing in September 2021. Eta is a multi-disciplinary, multi-national team of engineers with expertise spanning RF systems, power electronics, integrated circuits, embedded systems, software, algorithms, and module design. The breadth of expertise allows us to solve challenging problems with creative and disruptive solutions at tier-one customers. Job Location Waltham, MA. May telecommute 2 days per week, but report to the office in Waltham, MA 3 days per week.What To Expect (Essential Job Responsibilities) Characterize the performance of Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) hardware in the lab as it compares to simulation

Perform experiments to determine the root cause of PMIC behavior
Utilize knowledge of varied test and measurement equipment such as automated test hardware and software using MATLAB or
Python, DC/DC power converter topologies such as Buck/Boost/Buck-Boost/Charge pumps and common chip-to-chip protocols
such as MIPI, SPI, I2C, and PMBUS
Work with lab equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, SMUs, electronic loads, and network/impedance analyzers
Execute PMIC silicon validation (lab testing) plan
- Troubleshoot and debug power management questions with designer input, summarize and organize dataWhat Is Required (Qualifications) Education: Bachelor’s degree Electrical Engineering or related field

Experience: 2 years experience with DC/DC power converter topologies; common chip-to-chip communication protocols; schematic design and layout using Altium; Development of tests using MATLAB or Python. Or May qualify with Master’s degree Electrical Engineering or related field with coursework that must include Power Management ICs, Power ICs, or Power ModulesOther Salary: Must offer $90,626 or higher

To apply, send resume & cover letter to: tonya.bell@murata.comEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabilities/Veterans

Engineer, PMIC Validation